Alphabet Oddities - children's poetry with science & kimchi

A project in Omaha, NE by Jennifer Joseph
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A children's poetry book starring an Asian-American girl named Marika who's obsessed with science, outer space, & odd creatures!
Backers: 140
Average Pledge Per Backer: $27

Funded: $3,715 of $1,900
Dates: Apr 4th -> May 5th (32 days)
Project By: Jennifer Joseph
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Latest News

4 Days Left & A Poem Preview!

May 1st - via: kickstarter.com
We are nearing the end of the project - only 4 days left!  Letter J   One of my favorite blogs mentioned Alphabet Oddities in their Book Beat, and I was part of the Writer's Quick 5 Series.... (Read More)

New Reward Level & 7 Days Left !

April 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello lovely backers! A few of you have asked about buying multiple copies of the book so I made it easier to do so by creating a reward tier just for you. $44 will get you 2 hardcover copies of the book, and 2 sets of vinyl stickers (12 in all). I... (Read More)

So Close To Our Stretch Goal - 8 Days Left!

April 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello lovely backers! I'm thrilled to share that we are only $126 away from reaching our first stretch goal! Everyone who pledged at a physical level will receive Letter I as a mini art print if we reach $3300. It's one of my favorite illustrations... (Read More)

Stretch Goal Announcement & A Poem

April 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello lovely backers! We are just $172 away from our first stretch goal, with 9 days left. Wow! Once we reach $3300, every backer who has pledged at a physical level will receive a mini art print, and if you are getting a book, I will sign it. You... (Read More)

Meet Multi-Genre Writer & Poet Jennifer Joseph

April 23rd - via: kellyfumikoweiss.com
Jennifer currently has a Kickstarter up for her first children (Read More)

Enamel Pins & Stretch Goal!

April 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hello lovely backers! A HUGE thanks to all of you -- Alphabet Oddities has over 100 backers -- 114 to be exact. I appreciate the overwhelming support and can't wait to get the book into your hands. Enamel pins! I received the enamel pins last week... (Read More)

What's In A Name?

April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, lovely backers. I hope you had a great weekend! To celebrate our halfway point, and being 131% funded, I wanted to share some fun details about the book. There are three names in the book that were named for real people:  Marika, Adam, and... (Read More)

114% & Stickers!

April 12th - via: kickstarter.com
When I started this project, I wasn't sure I would reach my funding goal. To be 114% funded with more than 3 weeks left is unbelievable. I appreciate your support and can't wait to get the book into your hands! We received the shipment of stickers... (Read More)

Book Beat: Childrens Books and Poetry

April 12th - via: womenwriteaboutcomics.com
Written by Jennifer Joseph and illustrated by Forrest Burdett, Alphabet Oddities features Marika, an Asian-American little girl based on Joseph (Read More)

We did it!!!

April 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Art for Letter T (Time Travel) We did it! We are only halfway through our sixth day and over 100% funded! I'm blown away by your support and generosity. This success is ours to share and I appreciate each and every one of you for being a part of... (Read More)

Thanks for the love!

April 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello, lovely supporters! I want to send a quick update and thank you for your support. Alphabet Oddities is currently 64% funded and we aren't even all the way through the second day. That's all due to you and I appreciate it so much. Kickstarter is... (Read More)

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